Senior Spotlight: Landan Gallardo, French Horn
AYPO Marketing
What is your current AYPO ensemble?
Philharmonic (AYP)
What AYPO ensembles have you played in and for how long?
AYSO in 2022-2023, AYP from 2023-2025
What college/university do you plan on attending this fall?
University of Virginia.
What do you hope to do after graduation or your more long-term goals?
Participate in UVA’s marching band, private teach, become an engineer.”
A favorite, or memorable AYPO experience?
“My favorite aypo experience was playing with AYSO for the first time. It was my first time playing with a full orchestra and it was amazing to me.”
What musician, conductor, or orchestra inspires you and why?
“Dr. Dixon inspires me to continue playing music after high school. He brings so much charisma, energy, and passion into every rehearsal and performance and he has made me realize the beauty of classical music, not only in the performance but in the practice too.”
Your advice for young musicians?
“Continue playing music after high school and seek any leadership positions in your band/orchestra if they offer them.”
Congratulations, Landan!